Hi Lorien,
It is very kind of you to want to help.
The best breed for an alergic person would be the Devon or Cornish Rex. These cats have curly short hair like a poodle and are low allergy:
http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/devon.html
Theyy are also sweet, smart, clean and loyal.
http://cats.about.com/od/allergiesandcats/a/allergictocat.htm
You may be able to get a free one at www.petfinder.com
Best of luck and God bless you,
Terri
Feline Healthcare Expert
Expert in feline health and behavior. 20 years experience with cats.